About Sara L. Chinske

With over a decade of legal experience working in both public and private practice, Sara brings a unique perspective in her approach to complex legal issues of land use law in Oregon. Based in Springfield, Sara represents clients throughout Oregon.

• Licensed to practice in Oregon

• Member of Oregon State Bar Real Estate and Land Use Section

• Began career as Lane County Assistant County Counsel

Sara is highly experienced with government processes including:

• Legislative and policy matters

• Permitting and appeals

• Local appeals

• Land Use Board of Appeals

• City, county, and agency appearances

Originally from Montana, Sara attended the University of Oregon where she received her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. Later, she returned to the U of O to earn her law degree.  Sara worked for years as an attorney for Lane County and understands how to effectively cut through roadblocks and deal with bureaucratic processes that are too often burdensome and difficult to navigate alone or without assistance.

Prior to working in the legal profession, Sara spent many years in the service industry and understands the importance of providing excellent customer service. She appreciates the value of effective communication and strives to provide personalized service to address the individual needs of each client.

Sara works to find solutions to resolve disputes, making the most of her clients’ time and money.

Outside of the office, Sara enjoys cooking, attempting to fly fish, hanging out with her rescue dogs, and photography of our beautiful Oregon outdoors.